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Buckler's Hard 18th Century shipbuilding village near Beaulieu in the New Forest Visit the Apple Orchard where apples are picked to make Beaulieu Apple Juice.

On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest National Park, you will find the peaceful haven of Buckler’s Hard. The Buckler's Hard Museum gives an insight into the history of this 18th-century shipbuilding village focusing on its vessels including those built for Nelson's Navy. You can also take a trip on the river or a walk beside the riverbank for an opportunity to see some of the abundant wildlife that inhabits its banks. Buckler's Hard is located in the New Forest within easy reach of the popular tourist destinations of Bournemouth, Southampton and Wi******er. We encourage you to share your photos, videos and experiences of Buckler's Hard on our social media channels using . The team are available to respond to your comments and queries between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. If your enquiry is urgent we suggest you contact us on 01590 616203 during opening hours.

14/10/2026

Consider this your sign to plan that autumn walk 📍🥾

Buckler’s Hard is looking particularly lovely right now, with changing colours and views that make it worth slowing down for.

10/10/2026

The Beaulieu River kept some big secrets during World War II…👀

Hear local historian Marc Heighway reveal a hidden side of the area’s wartime past.

Discover more at the free Beaulieu River at War exhibition before it closes at the end of October. 🕰️

Today it's a peaceful place for a stroll, but centuries ago it would have been bustling with activity as ships took shap...
09/10/2026

Today it's a peaceful place for a stroll, but centuries ago it would have been bustling with activity as ships took shape on the banks of the Beaulieu River. 🇬🇧

Can you imagine what it would have been like to stand here during its shipbuilding heyday?

Plan your visit 👉 https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/

A great walk, even if we do say so ourselves 👏 😉
07/10/2026

A great walk, even if we do say so ourselves 👏 😉

The spiders are getting ahead of themselves…Halloween isn’t for a few weeks yet! 🕷️🕸️There’s a definite autumn feel in t...
06/10/2026

The spiders are getting ahead of themselves…Halloween isn’t for a few weeks yet! 🕷️🕸️

There’s a definite autumn feel in the air, with misty mornings at Buckler’s Hard. 🍂

A friendly reminder that Buckler's Hard looks particularly beautiful this time of year. 🍂For returning visitors and firs...
02/10/2026

A friendly reminder that Buckler's Hard looks particularly beautiful this time of year. 🍂

For returning visitors and first-timers alike, autumn is the perfect season to explore.

Plan your visit: https://bucklershard.co.uk/

in 1758, Horatio Nelson was born. ⚓️You can still see a remarkable piece of his early life on display at the Buckler’s...
29/09/2026

in 1758, Horatio Nelson was born. ⚓️

You can still see a remarkable piece of his early life on display at the Buckler’s Hard Museum: Nelson’s original baby clothes, dating back over 260 years. 🤯🏛️

Goodbye summer...hello autumn! 🍂Although it feels like summer is hanging on, soon the village will be draped in shades o...
23/09/2026

Goodbye summer...hello autumn! 🍂

Although it feels like summer is hanging on, soon the village will be draped in shades of red, orange, and gold.

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Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu
Brockenhurst
SO427XB

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01590 616203

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